The Icon Stand
In late 19th century, a carver-cutter arrives in a little town to make the iconostasis of the newly built church. He is being accommodated in the house of a respected family. He is working slowly because of his love for the daughter of his hosts. They resist in every possible way and pay a high price: Their daughter dies. Though in despair, the master completes the iconostasis: a masterpiece the locals perceive as a heresy. And he leaves once again without any destination.
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The Icon Stand
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
- Recommendations
Status
Released
Release Date
Jan 31, 1969
Runtime
1h 35m
Genres
Drama
User Score
70%
Original Title
Иконостасът
Production Companies
Boyana Film
Director
Todor Dinov
Description
In late 19th century, a carver-cutter arrives in a little town to make the iconostasis of the newly built church. He is being accommodated in the house of a respected family. He is working slowly because of his love for the daughter of his hosts. They resist in every possible way and pay a high price: Their daughter dies. Though in despair, the master completes the iconostasis: a masterpiece the locals perceive as a heresy. And he leaves once again without any destination.